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<p>The good character test for British citizenship applies to those aged 10 and over,
in line with the age of criminal responsibility. Decisions on citizenship applications
from minors are made taking into account the Home Office’s statutory obligations under
Section 55 of the Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009 to have due regard
to the best interests of the child.</p><p>Guidance for caseworkers considering applications
for British citizenship is publicly available on Gov.uk. This is in the process of
being updated to clarify a number of issues, including application of the good character
requirement for young persons.</p><p>Figures relating to citizenship applications,
including decisions to refuse where the applicant is found to not be of good character,
are included in the latest Home Office quarterly migration statistics published on
24 May and available on Gov.uk.</p>
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